Mercedes-Benz GLS 2019 price in Kenya
No 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS is listed on Cada right now. Imported to arrive in 2026, it is 7 years old to KRA, which takes 60% off its CRSP value: about KES 9,000,000 – KES 10,000,000 landed across 4 KRA versions.
Import duty on a Mercedes-Benz GLS 2019, by version
KRA treats a Mercedes-Benz GLS 2019 landing in 2026 as 7 years old and takes 60% off its CRSP value before charging tax.
| KRA model | Engine | CRSP value | Customs value | Import duty (35%) | Excise duty | VAT (16%) | Import declaration fee (2.5%) | Railway development levy (2%) | Total taxes | Landed cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GLS GLS450D 4MATIC AMG LINE PACKAGE | 3,000 cc · Hybrid | KES 27,244,464 | KES 4,453,757 | KES 1,558,815 | KES 1,503,143 | KES 1,202,514 | KES 111,344 | KES 89,075 | KES 4,464,891 | KES 9,023,648 |
| GLS GLS400D 4MATIC AMG LINE PACKAGE | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 27,320,804 | KES 4,135,404 | KES 1,447,391 | KES 1,953,978 | KES 1,205,884 | KES 103,385 | KES 82,708 | KES 4,793,346 | KES 9,033,750 |
| GLS GLS400D 4MATIC AMG LINE | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 29,506,469 | KES 4,466,236 | KES 1,563,183 | KES 2,110,297 | KES 1,302,355 | KES 111,656 | KES 89,325 | KES 5,176,816 | KES 9,748,052 |
| GLS GLS400D 4MATIC | 3,000 cc · Diesel | KES 30,030,294 | KES 4,545,525 | KES 1,590,934 | KES 2,147,761 | KES 1,325,475 | KES 113,638 | KES 90,911 | KES 5,268,719 | KES 9,919,244 |
Landed cost is KRA's customs value plus these taxes and KES 105,000 for port, clearing and registration. The car's own price, shipping and Cada's service fee are not included. Estimate — final KRA assessment may differ.
2019 against nearby years
| Model year | KRA duty and taxes | Landed cost | From-price vs 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | KES 5,500,000 – KES 6,600,000 | KES 11,200,000 – KES 12,400,000 | +KES 2,200,000 |
| 2020 | KES 5,000,000 – KES 6,000,000 | KES 10,100,000 – KES 11,200,000 | +KES 1,100,000 |
| 2019 | KES 4,450,000 – KES 5,300,000 | KES 9,000,000 – KES 10,000,000 | – |
Mercedes-Benz GLS 2019 questions
How much is a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS in Kenya?
No 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS is listed on Cada right now. Imported from Japan, the estimate is KES 9,000,000 – KES 10,000,000 with KRA taxes, port, clearing and registration (based on KRA's values; the car's own price and shipping differ).
What is the import duty on a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS?
KRA values a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS at its CRSP value less 60% depreciation for a 7-year-old car, then charges import duty, excise duty, VAT, IDF and RDL on that value: about KES 4,450,000 – KES 5,300,000 in total, depending on the version. The final KRA assessment may differ.
Can a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS be imported into Kenya?
Yes. Kenya admits cars first registered within 8 years, so a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS can land up to the end of 2026. Cada can import one for you.
What engine and fuel does a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS have?
KRA lists 4 versions of the Mercedes-Benz GLS with 3,000 cc engines (hybrid, diesel). Which of them were built in 2019 depends on the car; a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLS's export certificate and chassis number confirm it.